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California man washed out to sea in HPP - Rob Tucker - 07-11-2011
A young California man was washed of the cliffs in HPP and was rescued by the fire department. He was taken to Hilo Hospital in critical condition. I hope he recovers.
Star-Advertiser:
http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/125329668.html
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - macuu222 - 07-11-2011
Wow. I was along the cliffs at that time yesterday but down further towards Makuu. I didn't notice any helicopter rescue
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - JerryCarr - 07-11-2011
The Big Island rescue squad was quite busy yesterday with the HPP cliff incident and two others:
Flash flood http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/125354173.html
Lost Hiker http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/125313368.html
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - Kelena - 07-11-2011
Anyone know where the young man was washed off the cliff, exactly? I am starting to think that homeowner's in the area should keep a life preserver or two at the ready, although it may not have helped this young man. I hope he is okay.
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - Rob Tucker - 07-11-2011
Kelena, That's a good idea as long as a life ring isn't stolen.
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - rusty h - 07-11-2011
a 1/4 filled milk gallon container works pretty well if nothing else.
peace
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - DTisme - 07-12-2011
Hubby said the fire engines were at Paradise end of the park.
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - Jody - 07-12-2011
Unfortunately, he didn't make it:
https://local.nixle.com/alert/4710303/
Sadly, another reminder to never take your eyes off of the water and to stay back from the edge of the cliffs.
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - EightFingers - 07-13-2011
Article says he was climbing on the cliff. At least it makes more sense to me since I imagine it would take quite a wave to wash someone away who standing at the top.
RE: California man washed out to sea in HPP - rusty h - 07-13-2011
Sounds like something I would have done at 20 something. Now I'm 50 something and when I look back at some choices I made I feel lucky to be here on Puna Web sharing thoughts. Even in 2005 I ventured too far and almost got done in. Thankful that my son was around!
Peace